Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 93,802 miles on the clock, averaging 8,204 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for FD52 XTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 93,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD52 XTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FD52 XTE
What car is FD52 XTE?
FD52 XTE is an green Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD52 XTE?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 XTE was 93,802 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 XTE passed its MOT?
FD52 XTE has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2013.
Is FD52 XTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 XTE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FD52 XTE?
FD52 XTE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.